This is an example of a large transitional l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, marble benchtops and beige floor.

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Ocean Builders of S W Florida Inc

This is an example of a mid-sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Tampa with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula and brown floor.

A Grand Design in Malmesbury

Sustainable Kitchens

The centre island with it's dual material Welsh Slate and Oak worktop really is the piece-de-resistance of this design. Not to mention the enormous tap flowing over the top of the elegant undermounted sink, this island steals all the attention.

Edina Kitchen Remodel

User

This kitchen transformation allowed for more storage space and opened up the kitchen work areas. We removed the kitchen table and incorporated a round peninsula eating area. Doing this allowed for additional storage on the back wall. We removed fireplace and inserted a double oven and built in refrigerator on the back wall opposite the sink. We added panel details on the side walls to match the existing paneling throughout the home. We updated the kitchen by changing the tile flooring to hardwood to match the adjoining rooms. The new bay window allows for cozy window seating. We opened up the front entryway to open up the sight-line through the kitchen and into the back yard. The seldom used front entry closet was changed into a “hidden bar” with backlit honey onyx countertop when doors are opened. The antiqued mirrored glass is reflected from the back of the bar and is also in the paneled doors. Builder Credit: Plekkenpol Builders Photo Credit: Mark Ehlen of Ehlen Creative Communications, LLC

Craftsman Kitchen

Scenic Interiors, LLC

We completely remodeled an outdated, poorly designed kitchen that was separated from the rest of the house by a narrow doorway. We opened the wall to the dining room and framed it with an oak archway. We transformed the space with an open, timeless design that incorporates a counter-height eating and work area, cherry inset door shaker-style cabinets, increased counter work area made from Cambria quartz tops, and solid oak moldings that echo the style of the 1920's bungalow. Some of the original wood moldings were re-used to case the new energy efficient window.

Sophisticated Nostalgia Kitchen in Deer Park

Advance Design Studio, Ltd.

When this suburban family decided to renovate their kitchen, they knew that they wanted a little more space. Advance Design worked together with the homeowner to design a kitchen that would work for a large family who loved to gather regularly and always ended up in the kitchen! So the project began with extending out an exterior wall to accommodate a larger island and more moving-around space between the island and the perimeter cabinetry. Style was important to the cook, who began collecting accessories and photos of the look she loved for months prior to the project design. She was drawn to the brightness of whites and grays, and the design accentuated this color palette brilliantly with the incorporation of a warm shade of brown woods that originated from a dining room table that was a family favorite. Classic gray and white cabinetry from Dura Supreme hits the mark creating a perfect balance between bright and subdued. Hints of gray appear in the bead board detail peeking just behind glass doors, and in the application of the handsome floating wood shelves between cabinets. White subway tile is made extra interesting with the application of dark gray grout lines causing it to be a subtle but noticeable detail worthy of attention. Suede quartz Silestone graces the countertops with a soft matte hint of color that contrasts nicely with the presence of white painted cabinetry finished smartly with the brightness of a milky white farm sink. Old melds nicely with new, as antique bronze accents are sprinkled throughout hardware and fixtures, and work together unassumingly with the sleekness of stainless steel appliances. The grace and timelessness of this sparkling new kitchen maintains the charm and character of a space that has seen generations past. And now this family will enjoy this new space for many more generations to come in the future with the help of the team at Advance Design Studio. Dura Supreme Cabinetry Photographer: Joe Nowak

Denver Kitchen Remodel

StudioHOFF Architecture

Kitchen remodel & addition in Denver.
This is an example of a mid-sized modern galley eat-in kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

W. Creekside Residence

Dillon Kyle Architects (DKA)

Casey Dunn Photography
This is an example of a large country l-shaped kitchen in Houston with with island, open cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, light hardwood floors, white splashback and timber splashback.

Mediterranean Kitchen

Large mediterranean l-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, an undermount sink, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback and subway tile splashback.

Classic Rustic Kitchen

Susan Clouse Interior Solutions

Cherry Cabinet, White Cabinet, 2 Tone Kitchen Cabinet, Copper Hood, Farmhouse Sink, White Spring Granite Counter, Subway Tile Backsplash, White Subway, Eat-in Island, Wine Storage, Glass Mosaic Tile, Copper Pendant Lights, Bookcase, White Island, Butcher Block in Counter, Porcelain Tile Floor, Fruit Basket Cabinet, Turned Post Spice Pullout

New Construction Butler Pantry

Marker Girl Home

Butler Pantry with decorative glass front door for upper cabinets. Sherwin Williams Irish Cream wall color. Mediterranean Ivory Honed Travertine floor and backsplash. River White Granite counters.

Open concept kitchen with huge island

Nu Interiors

Open Concept Kitchen
Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Greenwich New Construction

Legacy Construction Northeast LLC

Peter Krupenye
Photo of a large transitional single-wall eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and subway tile splashback.

Contemporary Kitchen Remodel Pantry Pull-outs

Gary Brown Homes LLC

Paige Pennington
This is an example of a large contemporary kitchen pantry in Kansas City with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances and porcelain floors.

Turn of the Century Style Kitchen- Remodel

Hingeworks

Back When Photography
Design ideas for a small country u-shaped separate kitchen in Salt Lake City with yellow cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, white appliances, dark hardwood floors, no island, a drop-in sink and shaker cabinets.

Modern White Kitchen - Potomac MD

RemodeLdc.com by Courthouse Design/Build

THE DREAM White Kitchen! This room is elegant and visually stunning with clean modern lines, and yet replete with warm, inviting charm in every aspect of its design. This gorgeous white kitchen by Courthouse Design/Build with wonderful Wood-Mode cabinetry from the Courthouse Kitchens & Baths Design Studio seamlessly combines traditional elements with contemporary, modern design to bring that perfect dream of a white kitchen to life. Kenneth M. Wyner Photography Inc.

Buckhead Highrise

JBB | architecture + interiors

Design ideas for a small modern l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and medium hardwood floors.

White and Black Low Country Kitchen

Thyme & Place Design LLC

This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, a single-bowl sink, marble benchtops, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Laurelhurst Traditional Kitchen

Kayron Brewer, CMKBD / Studio K B

Dan Farmer
Photo of a traditional galley separate kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback and stainless steel appliances.

An Elegantly Functional Kitchen in Durham

emma delon

Maximizing the functionality of this space, and coordinating the new kitchen with the beautiful remodel completed previously by the client were the two most important aspects of this project. The existing spaces are elegantly decorated with an open plan, dark hardwood floors, and natural stone accents. The new, lighter, more open kitchen flows beautifully into the client’s existing dining room space. Satin nickel hardware blends with the stainless steel appliances and matches the satin nickel details throughout the home. The fully integrated refrigerator next to the narrow pull-out pantry cabinet, take up less visual weight than a traditional stainless steel appliance and the two combine to provide fantastic storage. The glass cabinet doors and decorative lighting beautifully highlight the client’s glassware and dishes. Finished with white subway tile, Dreamy Marfil quartz countertops, and a warm natural wood blind; the space warm, inviting, elegant, and extremely functional. copyright 2013 marilyn peryer photography

Beige Kitchen Design Ideas

There’s a lot to consider when it comes to planning your kitchen design. Where do you even start? Gathering some inspiration in a photo gallery is always a good starting point, as looking at different kitchen designs often brings up ideas you haven’t even thought of yet.

Browse Photos of Kitchen Designs for Inspiration and Collect Your Ideas

You can browse through photos of all kinds of kitchen styles, layouts and sizes on Houzz to get started before jumping into any design software or contacting a local professional for help. Here’s a few considerations to keep in mind when planning your kitchen.

1. What Makes a Good Kitchen Design, and Why is it Important?

For starters, you want to find a balance between aesthetics and function. You may have heard of the ‘kitchen work triangle’, which refers to the space between your fridge, sink and stove. You want everything within easy reach when you’re working in the kitchen and look beautiful at the same time. It’s a good idea to take note of both when browsing our photo gallery.

2. Consider Your Space to Determine Your Kitchen Layout

Firstly, consider the space you have, and the limitations that come with it. Do you have a small kitchen and need to maximise your workspace and storage? Can you allow yourself some more space and a big island with seating? Are you designing your kitchen from scratch or renovating an existing design? Which appliances do you already own and what are their measurements? Are there windows you need to take into consideration when planning cabinets? How do kitchen, living and dining areas connect? Depending on your space and needs, you want to use a shape that suits you. U, G, or L-shaped kitchen, with or without island or peninsula? Know your dimensions, plan cabinetry carefully and consider the placement of your appliances. You don’t want to end up with a finished design, only for your significant other to question where the fridge is supposed to go. Consider from the start where your fridge, oven, microwave and sink goes to save yourself from starting again from scratch - remember the kitchen work triangle! You also want to plan the layout of your cabinets. Maybe you’re planning for a pantry and can do with less storage space in your kitchen, so that your design can be one without upper or lower cabinets for a different look. A corner cabinet can be a smart storage solution if you want to keep the look clean and simple.

3. Decide on a Kitchen Style, But Don’t Forget Practicality

You want the style of your kitchen to reflect your personality and taste. We have curated a large array of kitchen styles here at Houzz, from traditional to contemporary to transitional and everything in between. Consider what your cooking style is for a start - Italy is known for its cuisine, so italian kitchen designs are generally popular. Also consider ergonomics - depending on how much time you spend in your kitchen, the height of your counters can make a big difference to your overall health. You also want to consider colour and finishes of cabinets, countertops and splashbacks. Which colour do you want your cupboards to be? Simple, timeless white or rather making a statement in black? Maybe rather a rustic wood? Also consider the colour of your floor - if you have dark floors, you may want to keep cabinets lighter. You could also go for an all-white look and choose black appliances for contrast. Once you know which style you fancy, don’t forget how you will be using the space. You want to keep cooking in mind, as well as how easy to clean and maintain the space will be. How many cooks do you need to accommodate? Do you have kids around? How much storage do you need? Maybe you want to go for open shelves rather than cabinets and allow for easy reach of key items you use when cooking. Again - remember the triangle! Lastly, choose lighting that both enhances the look of your kitchen as well as your cooking performance, providing light in all the right places.

4. Be Conscious of Your Budget

No matter what you plan for your kitchen design, cost is always a big factor. Be sure to plan with your budget in mind. It may make more sense to go for a modular kitchen design rather than custom build. You can save a lot of money if you get at least 3 estimates from professionals before locking in the job. And don’t forget to allow a 20% buffer for emergencies. Once you are ready to hire a pro, our directory will help you find one, no matter where you are. So whether you're looking for an Interior Designer in Melbourne or an Architect in Sydney, you can be sure to find a qualified expert for the job!